Hippo Waterfront Lodge | Cabin in Nelspruit

9.1 (150 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   11 Bedrooms  8 Bathrooms  31 Guests
Mbombela Cabin | Hippo Waterfront Lodge

11 Bedroom Cabin in Mbombela, Nelspruit

Hippo Waterfront Lodge is located on the banks of the Crocodile River and only 7.5 mi away from the town center of Nelspruit and 2.5 mi away from the N4 highway. Offering views of the garden and the river, the timber log chalets at Hippo Waterfront Lodge provide a rustic style outdoor atmosphere. Each chalet has a open plan deck with kitchen and dining area. Barbecue facilities are available. The lodge has an outdoor pool, a bar and a restaurant overlooking the river. Guests can take a stroll along the river bank, which offers hippo and bird watching opportunities. Guided tours to major attractions can be arranged for a surcharge. The Sudwala Caves are a 30-minute drive away and Kruger National Park can be reached within 1 hour by car.

Hippo Waterfront Lodge is located in Nelspruit.

This 11 Bedrooms Cabin is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Child Friendly, Parking, Sports/Activities, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 150 reviews with the average score of 9.1 . Coming to Nelspruit and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Cabin for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 11 Bedrooms Cabin if you want to learn more about this Cabinns.ca place in Nelspruit. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Hippo Waterfront Lodge in Nelspruit is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Hippo Waterfront Lodge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Cabin, please let us know.

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Portion 41, Sterkspruit Farm, Nelspruit, 1200, South Africa

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
Pet FriendlyPet Friendly
PoolPool
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
ViewView
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
AccessibilityAccessibility
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Fireplace/HeatingFireplace/Heating
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor CookingBarbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • BarBar
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)Special diet meals (on request)
ParkingParking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
  • Free parkingFree parking
  • ParkingParking
  • Private ParkingPrivate Parking
AccessibilityAccessibility
  • Wheelchair accessibleWheelchair accessible
ActivitiesActivities
  • FishingFishing
GeneralGeneral
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • HeatingHeating
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guestsFacilities for disabled guests
  • Pet friendlyPet friendly
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Ironing serviceIroning service
  • Airport shuttleAirport shuttle
  • Packed lunchesPacked lunches
  • Grocery deliveriesGrocery deliveries
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
  • WifiWifi
  • InternetInternet
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • Outdoor poolOutdoor pool
  • BBQ facilitiesBBQ facilities
  • Outdoor fireplaceOutdoor fireplace
  • GardenGarden
  • Picnic areaPicnic area
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • Key accessKey access
  • 24-hour security24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stayGuests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaningGuest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Physical distancing in dining areasPhysical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • Contactless check-in/outContactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed
SpaSpa
  • Swimming poolSwimming pool
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickupAirport pickup
  • Airport drop-offAirport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and free.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.29
Location:
9.27
Staff:
9.41
Facilities:
9.04
Comfort:
8.88
Cleanliness:
9.29
Joanne
Mar 10, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Australia
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Summary: A lovely peaceful cabin by the river - close to town but far enough to enjoy the hippos!
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
One-Bedroom Chalet
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
One-Bedroom Chalet

Bathroom

Toilet, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels

General

Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Fan

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Microwave, Wine glasses, Dining table, Electric kettle, Toaster, Stovetop, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue

View

Garden view, Lake view, River view, View

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack
Two-Bedroom Chalet
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 48 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Two-Bedroom Chalet

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels

General

Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Fan

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Microwave, Wine glasses, Dining table, Electric kettle, Toaster, Stovetop, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue

View

Garden view, Lake view, River view, View

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack
Two-Bedroom Chalet
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 80 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
4 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels

General

Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Fan

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Microwave, Wine glasses, Dining table, Electric kettle, Toaster, Stovetop, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue

View

Garden view, Lake view, River view, View

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack
Two-Bedroom Chalet
Room Type: Chalet
Room Size: 100 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels

General

Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Fan

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Microwave, Wine glasses, Dining table, Electric kettle, Toaster, Stovetop, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue

View

Garden view, Lake view, River view, View

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Clothes rack
Three-Bedroom Vacation Home
Room Type: Vacation Home
Room Size: 130 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Three-Bedroom Vacation Home

Bathroom

Toilet, Bathtub, Towels, Shower, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Satellite channels

General

Air conditioning, Private entrance, Fire extinguisher, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Barbecue

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Microwave, Wine glasses, Oven, Dining table, Electric kettle, Toaster, Stovetop, Kitchen

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

View

Garden view

Room amenities

Clothes rack
Bungalow with Fan
Room Type: Bungalow
4 Twin bed(s) Bed
Bungalow with Fan

FAQ's

Is this Hippo Waterfront Lodge pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Hippo Waterfront Lodge?

Check-in time for Hippo Waterfront Lodge starts counting from 12:00 AM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Hippo Waterfront Lodge have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Hippo Waterfront Lodge has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Hippo Waterfront Lodge?

Best-rates for the Hippo Waterfront Lodge starts from $52 per night with includes Pet Friendly, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Business Services, Restaurant, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Fireplace/Heating, Air Conditioner, Pool, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Parking, Sports/Activities, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Internet, Laundry with all other facilities. Cabinns.ca™ offers a wide range of accommodation options for all types of travelers. Our goal is to match every traveler with their perfect cabin, resort, or rental while providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Is Hippo Waterfront Lodge a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cabin good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Hippo Waterfront Lodge wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Hippo Waterfront Lodge is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Hippo Waterfront Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Hippo Waterfront Lodge indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Hippo Waterfront Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Hippo Waterfront Lodge are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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